3.00 Credits
This class examines the Eastern European vampire by analyzing Russian and European literature, journalistic texts, theater and film. By studying vampirism historically and comparatively, we will learn that vampires - although they may not have reflections - reflect societal anxieties about alterity, particularly in regard to gender, sexuality, race. religion and nationality. NOTE: Please refer to the appropriate academic catalog for additional course information concerning prerequisites, co-requisites and course restrictions.